Home Health Occupational Therapy Assistant (Sign-On Bonus)

Jobtome; Chester (VA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, seeks an Occupational Therapy Assistant to deliver skilled home-based therapy under a licensed OT. You will implement treatment plans, document outcomes, and support patients toward functional independence in the home setting.

Required ACOTE-accredited OTA education, active license, and NBCOT eligibility, with CPR certification and travel-ready licensing. Sign-on bonus available for external candidates.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an ACOTE-accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
• Current license to practice as an OTA in the assignable state.
• Eligible for the NBCOT certification examination or already certified.
• Current CPR certification.
• 1+ year of OTA experience preferred to ensure competence.
• Driver's License and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled interventions under the supervision of an OT.
• Document visits per AOTA guidelines and regulatory standards.
• Observe and report patient response and changes to the OT and physician.
• Offer resources for future ADL/IADL needs to patients and caregivers.
• Promote wellness through occupational engagement and home safety.
• Stay informed on OT trends and best practices for care coordination.
• Coordinate follow-up care with admitting care center.
• Engage in additional duties as assigned.

Education

ACOTE‑accredited OTA program

Job description

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, seeks an Occupational Therapy Assistant to deliver skilled home-based therapy under a licensed OT. You will implement treatment plans, document outcomes, and support patients toward functional independence in the home setting.

Required ACOTE-accredited OTA education, active license, and NBCOT eligibility, with CPR certification and travel-ready licensing. Sign-on bonus available for external candidates.